At one time hobie had a small cat, it was only about 11.5 feet long. I have a very old one sitting out back that I purchased a few weeks ago. I actually thought I was buying a Hobie 14 when I saw it. I really haven't looked at it at all. I know there are some pieces missing but it could be the boat that we are looking for.

I know you all are looking for something closer to a high performance boat with boards but in all honesty the boards add alot of weight and complexity. Also just look at the way the 14 is rigged, you could do without the traveler but other than that it would be about ideal. It is really simple to rig and if made smaller it would be a blast.

It sounds like the plan is to go with an unstayed rig, if it was made like that the sail could furl around that mast, that would be a huge advantage in making the boat simple and safe.

Also since we are trying to make the boat light and cheap. Lets only use one rudder off the rear cross bar. Wouldn't that work. Plus it could cut out the entire need for two rudder assemblies, and since they are not attached to the sterns the rear of the boat could be built lighter because it would have less stress on it.

I would be really interested in seeing something like this. I look at my generation and there are more people playing video games than even thinking about getting out and going sailing. I want to see people out there and a cheap boat could really help with that.

I guess we will just see where this goes.